1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (264 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Subaru |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
